Easy Beef Madras Curry

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add beef cubes; brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves; cook for 2-3 minutes to toast spices.

Add chopped tomatoes and stir well to combine.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add bay leaves, salt, and pepper; cover and reduce heat to low.

Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Serve hot with rice or naan.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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